May 24, 2026, 10:15 AM ET

Houston Astros first baseman Christian Walker was the team's offense in their 3-0 shutout victory over the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field on Saturday, going a perfect 3-for-3 at the plate with two home runs, three RBI, and a walk to raise his season average to .266 and his OPS to .861. Walker hit a two-run home run to get things going in the first frame and later hit a solo homer in the fourth inning for all the runs that Houston would need to finish off the Cubbies. The 35-year-old reached base in all four of his plate appearances on the day. Despite the two-homer performance, Walker has hit just .164 (9-for-55) with four home runs, a double, seven RBI, six runs scored, four walks, and 14 strikeouts in his last 15 games, dating back to May 8. On the year, the right-handed power hitter is slashing .266/.340/.521 with an .860 OPS, 13 long balls, 34 RBI, and 30 runs scored in his 192 at-bats. Hopefully, his two-homer outing on Saturday will get him back on track offensively for an Astros team that really needs him more than ever.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 24, 2026, 10:08 AM ET

Kansas City Royals right-hander Stephen Kolek could start to attract some interest on the waiver wire in fantasy baseball leagues after another impressive performance on Saturday in the team's 5-0 shutout over the visiting Seattle Mariners at Kauffman Stadium. Kolek won his third game of the year by throwing a complete-game shutout with four hits allowed, one walk, and two strikeouts to lower his season ERA to an impressive 2.77. It was the 29-year-old's second career shutout, and it was also his second straight scoreless outing after throwing 6 1/3 shutout innings with a walk and three strikeouts in his last appearance on May 17 against the St. Louis Cardinals on the road. Kolek has three quality starts in his four outings for the Royals, going 3-0 with a 2.77 ERA (4.21 FIP), 0.85 WHIP, and 14:5 K:BB in 26 innings pitched. He has been impressive in a small sample size for the Royals, but regression should eventually come, and fantasy managers in mixed leagues should know that the upside is limited, as Kolek has a 16.9% strikeout rate in his career.--Keith Hernandez
Source: MLB.com

May 24, 2026, 10:00 AM ET

Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason was a popular breakout candidate after the team acquired him from San Francisco in the 2025 offseason, but he was a top-20 fantasy back in only two weeks and finished the year as the RB35. His 4.8 yards per carry, while representing the lowest mark of his career, was still solid, but he never saw the volume needed to sustain fantasy success. With Aaron Jones missing five games, Mason exceeded 15 carries only twice all season, and even then, topped out at 16. Seven times, he was held to single-digit attempts. The Vikings spent a sixth-round pick on running back Demond Claiborne in the 2026 NFL, but at only 5'10" and 195 pounds, he's more likely to impact Jones' role on third downs, while Mason should remain the early-down thumper. With a healthier offensive line and improved quarterback play, his second season with the Vikings could be marginally more productive even if his role remains largely unchanged. At 27 years old, Mason is RotoBaller's dynasty RB52, and while the breakout calls have quieted, he is still capable of playing out the final year of his contract as an occasional flex option with notable insurance upside.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 24, 2026, 9:53 AM ET

Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager (back) was scheduled to face live pitching on Sunday. That session has been postponed due to Seager not quite being where he needed to be in his recovery process. The Rangers are still figuring out the next steps for Seager, but fantasy managers shouldn't expect him back when first eligible. The organization was hopeful that Seager could be back for the upcoming homestand, but that seems doubtful to happen now. Fantasy managers should check back for another update on Seager in the coming days. Ezequiel Duran should continue seeing more at-bats while Seager is sidelined.--Andy Webb
Source: Shawn McFarland

May 24, 2026, 9:50 AM ET

Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks became part of the team's new-look offense when Philadelphia sent two Day 3 picks to Green Bay to acquire him in April. The trade occurred shortly after the Eagles signed receiver Hollywood Brown to a one-year deal, and before spending first and second-round picks on Makai Lemon and tight end Eli Stowers in the 2026 NFL Draft. With the assumption that three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown will be dealt on or after June 1st, Wicks could soon be the closest piece the Eagles have left to a prototypical X-receiver. Others on the roster have spent more time on the boundary, but few have the size or strength to consistently face press coverage. Wicks has seen his downfield usage rise over the past two seasons with the Packers, though with it, his efficiency has dropped precipitously from the 2.04 yards per route run that put him on fantasy maps as a rookie. He has yet to top his 580 receiving yards of that 2023 season, but in moving from one crowded, run-heavy offense to another, he at least now stands out physically from the rest of the room at 6'1" and 206 pounds. While it's unlikely the soon-to-be-25-year-old Wicks takes a massive step forward for fantasy, he has a chance of being a regular presence in three-receiver sets along with Lemon and DeVonta Smith, and at RotoBaller's dynasty WR103, he's at least worth holding onto until a new pecking order is established in Philadelphia.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 24, 2026, 9:39 AM ET

Los Angeles Angels first baseman Nolan Schanuel (calf) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's game against the Texas Rangers. Schanuel appears to have suffered a calf injury while running the bases during the fifth inning. He was replaced by Vaughn Grissom at first base, who could see an extended look over there if Schanuel misses time. Before leaving Saturday's game, Schanuel was 1-for-3 at the plate with a double and an RBI. Fantasy managers should check back ahead of Sunday's game for another update on Schanuel. The Angels could potentially promote Christian Moore if Schanuel does have an extended absence.--Andy Webb
Source: Jeff Fletcher

May 24, 2026, 9:38 AM ET

Carolina Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard has seen his dynasty value fluctuate wildly since coming into the league as a fourth-round pick out of Oklahoma State in the 2021 NFL Draft. After beginning his career as a backup to Christian McCaffrey, Hubbard broke out with an RB15 finish in 2024 in a year that most presumed the Carolina backfield would run through second-round pick Jonathon Brooks. With Brooks missing the entire 2025 season after re-tearing the ACL in his right knee, presumptions shifted again, and Hubbard came into the year as the RB19 in consensus dynasty rankings. Unfortunately, injuries and inefficiency saw him take a backseat to Rico Dowdle for much of the year while he averaged less than four yards per carry and fell as low as RB42 in those same rankings. With Dowdle signing a two-year deal with the Steelers in free agency, lead back duties in Carolina again appear to belong to Hubbard. That said, little has gone as planned for Panthers running backs of late, and Brooks should be close to full health to begin a season for the first time in his professional career. Hubbard is in the second season of the four-year extension he signed in 2024, and while the team could save $6 million by moving on from him before 2027, he appears to be part of the team's plans both presently and moving forward. At RotoBaller's dynasty RB33, the soon-to-be-27-year-old sixth-year veteran finally feels appropriately priced.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 24, 2026, 9:28 AM ET

Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung (shoulder) was forced to make an early exit from Saturday's game against the Los Angeles Angels. Jung was pulled out of the game in the fourth inning due to left shoulder soreness. Before exiting, Jung went 0-for-2 at the plate with a strikeout. Ezequiel Duran shifted over to third base and could see increased playing time over there if Jung misses time. The expectation is that Jung will undergo further testing to determine the severity of the injury. For now, fantasy managers should consider Jung as day-to-day.--Andy Webb
Source: Shawn McFarland

May 24, 2026, 9:25 AM ET

New Orleans tight end Juwan Johnson will turn 30 at the start of the regular season, and with the Saints spending four of their first seven picks in the 2026 NFL Draft on pass-catchers, including Georgia tight end Oscar Delp in the third round, he has seen his dynasty stock take a hit. Ahead of his seventh professional season, Johnson has fallen to RotoBaller's TE25, making him a low-cost trade target for contending managers. He has finished as the TE10 in half-PPR formats in two of his last three healthy seasons, and in year one in Kellen Moore's up-tempo, high-volume offense, he was one of only seven tight ends to see triple-digit targets in 2025. While Delp and first-round pick Jordyn Tyson will eat into his target share, there is optimism that the Saints offense as a whole takes another step forward after 2025 second-round pick Tyler Shough led the team to a 5-4 record down the stretch while topping 300 passing yards in two of his final three starts. Johnson was often overlooked by the dynasty community even while performing at the top of his game, so if the perception is that he's fallen even further in New Orleans' new-look offense, his buying window is wide open.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 24, 2026, 9:19 AM ET

Minnesota Twins third baseman Royce Lewis has been putting on an impressive power show since being sent down to Triple-A St. Paul. Lewis blasted two home runs on Saturday and has five long balls in five games with St. Paul. It seems that a demotion was exactly what Lewis needed to get his head right. This power surge could be enough to get Lewis back on the Twins roster soon. The potential has always been there with Lewis, but he hasn't been able to put it all together. Lewis could be an interesting stash candidate given his strong performance in Triple-A right now. He could be on the fast track back to the big leagues.--Andy Webb
Source: Aaron Gleeman

May 24, 2026, 9:13 AM ET

Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal led the team in carries and rushing yards in 2025, with Omarion Hampton and Najee Harris missing a combined 22 games. While Harris remains unsigned, Hampton is back and healthy, with the presumption that the 2025 first-round pick will handle close to a bell-cow role in his second season. The team added former Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell, bringing an element of speed coveted by new offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, and he is likely to serve as the primary change-of-pace back while Vidal becomes more of a true handcuff to Hampton. Without an injury ahead of him, Vidal could struggle to find standalone value before becoming an exclusive rights free agent in 2027. However, with McDaniel calling plays and the Chargers' offensive line expected to be healthy again in 2026, Los Angeles' offense should provide one of the league's best situations for a runner to be dropped into, making him one of the more valuable insurance backs in fantasy and a must-roster player. Vidal is RotoBaller's dynasty RB57, making him an easy throw-in as part of a larger deal.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

May 24, 2026, 9:12 AM ET

St. Louis Cardinals starting pitcher Brycen Mautz will make his MLB debut against the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. The Cardinals need an extra arm after a doubleheader on Saturday. They've decided to give Mautz the call after he posted solid numbers at Triple-A Memphis this season. Across nine starts, Mautz has a 2.90 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, and a 43:24 K:BB ratio this season. Mautz is a second-round pick of the Cardinals from the 2022 Draft. The expectation is that he'll head back to Triple-A after this outing, but he could be an interesting streaming option for Sunday's slate.--Andy Webb
Source: Derrick Goold

May 24, 2026, 9:08 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Evan Mobley recorded 24 points, six rebounds, two assists, one block, and one three-pointer in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 loss to the New York Knicks. The 24-year-old was a primary bright spot for Cleveland in the defeat, finishing 10-for-18 from the field and 3-for-4 from the free-throw line. While Mobley provided efficient scoring and defensive versatility, the Cavaliers struggled to contain a high-powered Knicks offense led by Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. Despite Cleveland's star-studded lineup of James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, and Jarrett Allen remaining healthy for this contest, the team now faces a daunting 0-3 series deficit in the Eastern Conference Finals. Mobley has been a reliable fantasy performer throughout the 2026 postseason, but he will need to find another gear to keep the Cavaliers' season alive and avoid a sweep in Game 4.--Brian Dailisan
Source: NBA

May 24, 2026, 9:00 AM ET

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell recorded 23 points, one rebound, four assists, three steals, and three three-pointers in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 loss to the New York Knicks. The 29-year-old shot 9-for-21 from the field, but his 2-for-6 night at the foul line hurt an already thin margin for Cleveland. Mitchell still gave fantasy managers points, threes, and steals, although the lack of rebounding and modest assist total capped the line. With the Cavaliers down 3-0, he should carry another heavy scoring burden in Monday's elimination game.--Brian Dailisan
Source: NBA

May 24, 2026, 8:53 AM ET

New York Knicks forward/center Karl-Anthony Towns amassed 13 points, eight rebounds, seven assists, three steals, and one block in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 30-year-old was efficient during his 36 minutes on the floor, finishing 4-for-9 from the field and a perfect 4-for-4 from the charity stripe. While Jalen Brunson (30 points) and Mikal Bridges (22 points) led the scoring effort, Towns continued to thrive as a high-post facilitator to help New York secure a commanding 3-0 series lead. The Knicks also got a strong contribution from OG Anunoby, who posted 21 points and seven rebounds as he continues to look fully mobile following a minor strain sustained in the previous round. Towns has significantly boosted his fantasy floor by serving as an offensive hub this postseason, averaging 6.1 assists through nine playoff games compared to his regular-season average of 3.4.--Brian Dailisan
Source: NBA

May 24, 2026, 8:43 AM ET

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby accounted for 21 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and three three-pointers in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 28-year-old went 6-for-10 from the field and 6-for-6 at the foul line, giving New York another efficient scoring option as it took a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals. Anunoby's clean offensive line stands out because he did not need heavy volume to produce, and his steady minutes should keep him useful across playoff fantasy formats as the Knicks try to close out the series Monday.--Brian Dailisan
Source: NBA

May 24, 2026, 8:37 AM ET

New York Knicks guard/forward Mikal Bridges tallied 22 points, six rebounds, two assists, three steals, and two blocks in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 29-year-old shot 11-for-15 from the field, missing his lone three-point attempt and failing to attempt a free throw. Bridges has not needed heavy usage to remain productive during New York's playoff run, and this was a strong reminder that his fantasy value is not tied only to scoring. With the Knicks up 3-0 in the Eastern Conference Finals, Bridges' two-way workload should remain steady in Game 4.--Brian Dailisan
Source: NBA

May 24, 2026, 8:30 AM ET

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson scored a team-high 30 points in Saturday's 121-108 Game 3 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 29-year-old shot 10-for-19 from the field and 10-for-12 at the foul line, adding three rebounds, six assists, and one steal as New York moved within one win of the NBA Finals with a 3-0 series lead. After handing out 14 assists in Game 2, Brunson shifted back toward scoring without losing control of the offense. Through three games in the series, he is averaging 29.0 points and 8.7 assists, keeping him locked into elite playoff fantasy value heading into Game 4.--Brian Dailisan
Source: NBA

May 24, 2026, 8:23 AM ET

The Orlando Magic interviewed Los Angeles Clippers lead assistant Jeff Van Gundy for their head-coaching vacancy, according to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. Former Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan is also a candidate, giving Orlando two veteran options after dismissing Jamahl Mosley following a 45-37 season and another first-round exit. The fantasy angle starts with the offense, as the Magic ranked 19th in offensive rating while finishing 11th on defense. Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, and Jalen Suggs are all listed on Orlando's current roster, and the next coach will be tasked with creating cleaner half-court chances around that core. Van Gundy would likely protect the defensive identity, while Donovan may offer a more direct path to steadier fantasy production.--Brian Dailisan
Source: Jason Beede

May 24, 2026, 7:26 AM ET

Montreal Canadiens center Phillip Danault assisted on both Josh Anderson goals in Saturday's 3-2 overtime loss in Game 2 against the Carolina Hurricanes. The Canadiens managed to tie the game twice, but never got a third chance, as Carolina secured the win in overtime. Danault has come alive late in the postseason. He has strung together a three-game point streak, and nine of his 10 points have come in the last eight games. The 33-year-old has mostly made an impact as a playmaker in the playoffs, tallying two goals and eight assists in 16 games. When the teams return to action on Monday night, Danault will target his second career postseason four-game point streak.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 24, 2026, 7:16 AM ET

Montreal Canadiens right wing Josh Anderson provided both goals in Saturday's 3-2 Game 2 loss against the Carolina Hurricanes. The 32-year-old became the fifth player in franchise history to record multiple game-tying goals in the same playoff contest, but Anderson and the Canadiens had their hearts broken early in overtime. After starting the playoffs with goals in back-to-back games, Anderson had lit the lamp just twice in 13 outings before Saturday night. Nevertheless, he can take pride in ranking second on his team with five even-strength goals in the playoffs. Additionally, he has recorded two assists over 16 postseason games.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 24, 2026, 7:06 AM ET

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jalen Chatfield came away with two assists as the team secured a 3-2 overtime win in Game 2 against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, tying the Eastern Conference Finals. Chatfield linked up well with Nicolaj Ehlers, who scored twice in the contest, including the overtime goal. This marked Chatfield's first career multi-point outing in the postseason. The 30-year-old has recorded four points (one goal, three assists), 19 SOG, 11 blocks, and five hits in 10 playoff games this year. Given his role, it's unlikely Chatfield will have as big an offensive impact in Game 3. Across the entire season, he's been on the score sheet in back-to-back games only twice.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 24, 2026, 6:53 AM ET

Carolina Hurricanes center Mark Jankowski recorded two assists in Saturday's series-tying 3-2 overtime win against the Montreal Canadiens. Jankowski is better known for doing the dirty work on his team, but he stepped up offensively this time. Just 2:33 into the game, Eric Robinson scored off a feed from Jankowski, and his second helper came when Nikolaj Ehlers potted the game-winner at the 3:29 mark in overtime. In his previous nine postseason appearances this year, Jankowski had produced only one assist. He has gone goalless with seven SOG. Jankowski is unlikely to repeat his performance in Monday's Game 3, as he's had points in back-to-back games only three times this season.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 24, 2026, 6:45 AM ET

Carolina Hurricanes left wing Eric Robinson scored the opening goal in Saturday's 3-2 Game 2 overtime victory against the Montreal Canadiens. He found the back of the net with just 2:33 played in the first period. The 30-year-old now has goals in two consecutive contests after being on a 20-game goal drought. In 10 postseason outings, Robinson has also recorded two assists. With Carolina's big guns struggling to make an impact offensively, getting depth scoring from players like Robinson is a welcome sight for the team. In Game 3 on Monday, Robinson can record his second career three-game goal streak.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 24, 2026, 6:38 AM ET

Carolina Hurricanes winger Nikolaj Ehlers scored two big goals in Saturday's 3-2 overtime victory against the Montreal Canadiens. He gave Carolina a 2-1 lead late in the third period and secured a series-tying victory with 3:29 played in overtime. The Danish forward recorded only his second multi-point game of the postseason. Ehlers has been limited to two goals and four assists in nine playoff outings. His form has dropped off significantly after he tallied a career-high 71 points (26 goals, 45 assists) in 82 regular-season games. However, there are reasons to be optimistic for the Hurricanes, as Ehlers has collected five of his six points in the last five games.--Taavi Pailk
Source: ESPN

May 23, 2026, 11:11 PM ET

Athletics outfielder Henry Bolte has been terrific ever since being promoted to the majors for his MLB debut. Across nine big-league games, he's slashing .310/.382/.345 with an 11.8% walk rate, a 20.6% strikeout rate, and 108 wRC+. He hasn't launched a home run in the majors yet, but we knew that he didn't have a ton of power even before he was called up. He's made up for it by stealing three bases, as he continues to show off his game-changing speed. Bolte's base-stealing upside gives him a clear path to plenty of production in fantasy baseball. He's still available in 89% of fantasy baseball leagues, and he ranks as the #62 outfielder in RotoBaller's latest rankings for the 2026 season. Bolte represents a speed-centric waiver wire target as we approach the end of May.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 23, 2026, 11:06 PM ET

Washington Nationals outfielder Dylan Crews went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a strikeout on Saturday. He has appeared in just five big-league games so far, going 4-for-20 with one walk, four strikeouts, and a steal. Previously, he had slashed .258/.345/.432 with five homers and seven steals across 41 Triple-A games. The results at the plate haven't been great since his promotion to the majors (or in years past), but Saturday's homer could be a sign that he's tapping into some more power going forward. We know that he has above-average power upside, as he launched 10 homers across 85 games last year. Hitting homers at a similar rate in 2026 could be enough to keep him on the fantasy radar consistently. As it stands, he's rostered in approximately 21% of fantasy baseball leagues.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 23, 2026, 10:37 PM ET

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Zebby Matthews has been highly effective in two starts since being recalled from Triple-A. Through two games (13.0 innings) in the majors this year, Matthews has a 1.38 ERA with one walk and 11 strikeouts. The 26-year-old profiles as a starter who is highly dependent on their breaking ball, and while Matthews' curveball and slider metrics are terrific, we're also impressed that he has kept his fastball velocity around 96 mph. Although Matthews isn't the flashiest name, his modest strikeout total, low walk total, and ability to pitch deep into games should generate some fantasy appeal, especially as managers look to upgrade and perfect their rosters here in late May. He's a waiver wire option for the vast majority of fantasy managers, as he's currently rostered in less than 20% of fantasy baseball leagues.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 23, 2026, 10:32 PM ET

Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Jeff Hoffman handled a save situation for the second consecutive game on Saturday. He struck out all three batters he faced, requiring just 13 pitches (nine strikes). Hoffman had a shaky start to the season, but he has bounced back with 3.2 scoreless innings across his last four contests. During that span, he has allowed one hit, zero walks, and six strikeouts. Although Hoffman has a 5.32 ERA so far, his 2.18 xFIP suggests that he has been incredibly unlucky, and better results should await him in the near future. He's been hit hard for 1.23 HR/9, but he has flashed elite control with 15.14 K/9 and 3.27 BB/9. Now that he has saves in back-to-back appearances, bringing his season total to four, Hoffman has returned to the fantasy radar as a high-strikeout reliever with consistent save upside. There's plenty of waiver wire appeal here, as the veteran reliever is available in 48% of leagues at this point.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

May 23, 2026, 10:27 PM ET

Los Angeles Angels minor-league outfielder Chris Taylor (forearm) has reversed a previous decision about his retirement. Taylor reportedly retired on Friday, but he changed his mind one day later. Now, Taylor is unretired, and instead, he has been placed on the minor league injured list with a left forearm fracture. It's a perplexing turn of events for the veteran, who evidently decided he wasn't ready to hang up his cleats quite yet. Across 32 Triple-A games this year, the 35-year-old owns a .255/.382/.321 slash line with three steals, a 15.2% walk rate, a 26.5% strikeout rate, and 86 wRC+. Taylor, who previously won a World Series with the Dodgers, will look to get healthy and return to his role as an organizational depth piece for the Angels.--Andersen Pickard
Source: Rhett Bollinger